Tag: Aluminium
CSIRO and HILT CRC launch $10M network to drive Australia’s green metals industry
Australia's efforts to lead the global push for green metals production have advanced with the launch of the Green Metals Innovation Network (GMIN), a $10 million initiative jointly led by CSIRO and the Heavy Industry Low-carbon Transition Cooperative Research Centre (HILT CRC).
Green Energy Systems partners with Capral Aluminium for sustainable solar deployment
Australian clean-tech company Green Energy Systems (GES) has engaged Capral Aluminium to supply LocAl lower-carbon aluminium extrusions for the manufacture of its Solar Waves system, a new modular solar deployment innovation aimed at utility-scale projects globally.
Nuclear proposal risks aluminium industry and 13,500 jobs, new analysis suggests
A new analysis commissioned by the advocacy group Renew Australia for All has warned that prioritising nuclear energy over renewable energy could place Australia’s aluminium smelting industry and 13,500 associated jobs at risk.
Capral steps up support for local manufacturing through Australian Made Campaign
Capral Aluminium has joined the Australian Made Campaign, aligning its locally produced aluminium extrusions with the well-recognised green and gold kangaroo logo that signifies products manufactured or grown in Australia.
New Return and Earn machine arrives in Tamworth
Tamworth residents now have a new location to recycle eligible bottles, cans, and cartons with the installation of a Return and Earn machine at the Tamworth Home Centre.
Edify Energy to build large-scale solar and battery system for Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto and Edify Energy have signed two hybrid services agreements (HSAs) to supply renewable energy to Rio Tinto’s Gladstone aluminium operations in Queensland.
Australian Aluminium Council backs $750M green metals initiative
The Australian Aluminium Council has welcomed the federal government’s $750 million investment in green metals technologies, including aluminium and alumina, under the Innovation Fund managed by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
Capral’s Urban Plus range expands to Sri Lanka via Alumex
Capral Aluminium, Australia’s largest manufacturer and distributor of aluminium products, has announced a strategic partnership with Alumex PLC, Sri Lanka’s leading aluminium manufacturer.
Westlab transitions to Capral’s LocAl aluminium for greener manufacturing
Westlab, an Australian manufacturer of laboratory and industrial workspace solutions, has advanced its sustainability commitment by transitioning to Capral’s LocAl lower-carbon aluminium.
Alcoa ends 2024 on a high note, achieving key operational milestones
Alcoa Corporation has reported significant financial improvements for the fourth quarter and full year 2024, driven by strong alumina and aluminum pricing and operational advancements.
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